Grand Pavilion at Hing Hay Park
United States . This facility served generations of Seattle ’ s Japanese community until closing its doors in 1950 and has remained preserved as it was to this day .
Seattle ’ s Chinatown- International District
Seattle ’ s Chinatown-International District
Every year , thousands of people visit Seattle ’ s Chinatown-International District ( C-ID ) for major cultural festivals and vibrant community celebrations that have been around for decades . From upbeat cross-cultural performances to pan-Asian food experiences , families and children can discover activities in the heart of the historic district . Known as one of Seattle ’ s best restaurant districts , Chinatown-International District offers over 50 dining options , spanning Asia and beyond . Discover foods from China , Japan , Philippines , Thailand , Korea , Vietnam , and more . From authentic to fusion , Chinatown-International District has a delicious option for every meal of the day , including several late-night options for post-game snacks . Whether you like to grab weekend dim sum and bubble tea , followed by a stroll in Hing Hay Park or karaoke and bar hop after sports game nights , we invite you to explore the neighborhood and discover the staples that make up Seattle ’ s Asian identity .
The Japanese Cultural Center
4000 W . Randolph Road Spokane , Washington 99224
The Japanese Cultural Center serves as a resource , museum and guide to Japanese culture for both regional and international audiences of all ages . Experience traditional arts , crafts , folk art , cuisine , costumes and ceremonial dress . There is also an authentic ceremonial tearoom where you can drink a bowl of tea and gain insight into Japanese customs .
The Wing Luke Museum
719 S . King Street Seattle , Washington 98104 ( 206 ) 623-5124
The Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience in Seattle , Washington is the only community-based museum in the United States dedicated exclusively to the history of pan-Asian Pacific Americans . Located in the heart of Seattle ’ s Chinatown Historic District , the museum is in a historic building constructed in 1910 by Chinese immigrants .
The museum ’ s namesake , Wing Luke , was born near Canton , China and , at the age of five , moved with his family to the U . S . He became the first Asian American in the Pacific Northwest to hold elected office , winning a seat on Seattle ’ s City Council in 1962 . Luke believed that the culture and traditions of Chinese and other Asian immigrants should be preserved and taught and envisioned creating a place to present the history of and issues important to Asian Americans .
The museum is dedicated to engaging the public about the culture , art , and history of Asian Pacific Americans through its exhibits and its tours of the East Kong Yick Building and the larger Seattle Chinatown- International District .
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